POLYTETRAFLUOROETHYLENE (PTFE)

DESCRIPTION

PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene), usually referred to as Teflon (a registered trademark of DuPont) is a semi-crystalline high performance thermoplastic that is the most chemically resistant plastic known. Its mechanical properties are low compared to other engineering plastics, however its properties remain at a useful level over a great temperature range from -400°F to 500°F. Mechanical properties can be improved by the addition of fillers such as glass fiber, carbon, graphite, molybdenum disulfide and bronze. PTFE has excellent thermal and electrical insulation properties as well as a very low coefficient of friction.

KEY FEATURES

· Low Coefficient of Friction

· Excellent Electrical Properties

· Chemically Inert

· Broad Operating Termperature Range

· FDA Approved (Virgin Grade)

TYPICAL PROPERTY VALUES